governor of California
Coverage of governor of California in the Nexus archive.
- Tom Steyer spent $216 million of his own money to run for governor of California — here’s where that ranks
Tom Steyer spent $216 million of his own money to run for governor of California. He is a candidate in the race and appears likely to be eliminated.
- See updated California primary election results for state offices
The California primary election on June included a competitive governor's race with candidates Xavier Becerra (D), Chad Bianco (R), Steve Hilton (R), Matt Mahan (D), Katie Porter (D), Tom Steyer (D), and Antonio Villaraigosa (D). Other contests featured candidates for state insurance commissioner, attorney general, treasurer, and controller. The race was influenced by allegations against Eric Swalwell, who suspended his campaign.
- Gavin Newsom trashes California’s Dem choices for governor; could Republicans win?
Gavin Newsom has criticized California's remaining Democratic candidates for governor, expressing dissatisfaction with their choices. The article questions whether this discontent could open opportunities for Republicans to win the election.